Saucony Absolute Paklenica

Vertical Race - 01.09.2018.

Take part in the vertical race that leads up to the Sv. Brdo, second highest peak of Velebit mountain in Croatia.

Race named Absolute Paklenica (12.7km/1800m+), takes place in Paklenica National Park.

Race starts by the sea, in village Modrič (0m/asl) and finishes at Sv. Brdo (1753m/asl), most attractive peak on Velebit mountain.

The entire trail is marked and has refreshment points.
Demanding combination of technical trail (karst terrain) and significant difference in temperatures between the start and finish makes this race a real challenge for the physical preparation of competitors.

Each competitor will get 0,5L of water upon arrival to the finish line (Sv. Brdo).

Refreshment point Vlaški grad (CP3) is open until 14.30h in order to fulfil energy supplies on the way back to the start of the race (Modrič).

Lunch will be served at the start of the race from 14.00 – 18.00 P.M. Start of the race closes at 18.00 P.M.

All competitors upon arrival to the finish line (Sv. Brdo) are obliged to return the same way back to Modrič. The red-white stripes will be removed at 13.30h, but the intersections at Kneževići and Stanići will be left marked.

Please, carefully plan your outfit since you can expect sudden weather changes and lower temperatures with the wind at the peak zone. At CP3 – Vlaški grad is provided protective raincoat if needed.

Dogs are not allowed during race due to high risk of cattle attack on Kneževići area.

Sponsor awards and winner medal for the top 3 places in men & women category.16.00 – 17.00h: Awards ceremony

Competitor number

Mobile phone

Race Card (provided by organizer)

Clothing and footwear suitable to terrain and weather conditions

0,5L water

*Notice 1: Inspection of required equipment will be carried out before the start, and those competitors who don’t possess equipment will not be able to participate in the competition.

Friday, August 31st 2018.

Location: village Modrič, start of the race17.00h – 20.00h: Confirmation of registration, taking over competitor numbers and race packages